David Gergen
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David Gergen was an American political commentator and advisor who served in the administrations of four U.S. presidents, providing insights and guidance on various political matters. Born on May 9, 1942, in Massachusetts, Gergen held significant roles in both Republican and Democratic administrations, showcasing his ability to navigate the political landscape across party lines. He was also a professor of public service at Harvard University, where he influenced a new generation of leaders. In addition to his academic work, Gergen was a senior political analyst for CNN, contributing to public discourse on current events until his passing on July 10, 2025.
Jan 19, 2012
If Newt Gingrich wins here tomorrow and Santorum doesn't do well, which it looks like we are heading toward, then it could become a two-man race, which is what Gingrich has always wanted.
Jan 19, 2012
Politics has always been a contact sport in South Carolina. And we are seeing a lot of it this year. But, Anderson, overall, I have to tell you, I think we are seeing less this year than we have in some past campaigns.
Jan 18, 2012
If he wins South Carolina, it keeps the race going. And that's why it was pivotal.
Jan 18, 2012
But it's -- something bigger is happening in the whole campaign conversation. And that is this started out to be a campaign about jobs, and gradually it's turning into the question of inequality, as opposed to jobs.
Jan 18, 2012
I think there is a reasonable chance, after talking to people here tonight, that he could win South Carolina based on that answer.
Jan 8, 2012
For them to go after it in this way, I think that does -- it certainly smells of hypocrisy.
Jan 8, 2012
They sound there's a desperation to some of these and more than that there's a hypocrisy that we've been hearing during these 15 debates.
Jan 3, 2012
Absolutely. Yes, their fear was that Mitt Romney would come storming into Iowa, win big, and then go into New Hampshire and basically shut it down.
Jan 1, 2012
I think clearly that if he came in behind Paul and Santorum, even if it were bunched and clustered, I think he would be hurt.
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